Shape Note Singing
Foxfire Museum and Heritage Center 98 Foxfire Ln., Mountain City, GALearn the tradition of shape note singing this spring at Foxfire! Lead by Stefani Priskos of the John C. Campbell Folk School, we'll explore the history and technique of Sacred Harp music. This traditional mountain style music features four-part harmonies that follow different shaped notes. Event is included with general admission - please just reserve […]
Cigar Box Dulcimer Workshop
Foxfire Museum and Heritage Center 98 Foxfire Ln., Mountain City, GACigar Box Dulcimer In this two-day class you will build your own cigar box dulcimer. Box and all parts needed are supplied but, feel free to bring your own box if you like. Come dressed prepared to get a little sawdust on yourself. We will be using basic hand tools. We will cover construction, tuning, […]
Lunch & Learn at Rabun County Public Library
Rabun County Public Library 73 Jo Dotson Cir, Clayton, GAHungry for knowledge? Head on over to the Rabun County Public Library for our quarterly Lunch & Learn series! Featuring speakers from the Foxfire Museum and the Rabun County Historical Society, these free community events will introduce you to local topics. No registration necessary; all are welcome. Thursday, April 13th from 11:30 am to 12:30 […]
Beginning Weaving
Foxfire Museum and Heritage Center 98 Foxfire Ln., Mountain City, GAThis two-day introduction to weaving is taught by resident weaver Sharon Grist and covers: the mechanics of three kinds of floor looms how to do graph paper draw-downs of weave structures the process of making a warp how to properly thread heddles and reeds dressing the loom winding a proper bobbin hem-stitching the fabric Students […]
Beginning Needle Felting
Foxfire Museum and Heritage Center 98 Foxfire Ln., Mountain City, GALearn the basics of needle felting! In this two-hour course, fiber artist Kelly Coldren will teach you the basics of sculpting wool using needles. These techniques can be used to make a variety of creations, from beads and garland to woodland critters! The course fee covers instruction, use of tools, and materials. Each attendee will […]
Earth Day Kids’ Nature Walk
Foxfire Museum and Heritage Center 98 Foxfire Ln., Mountain City, GACelebrate Earth Day outdoors with us on the trails at Foxfire! Join us for a gentle hike for young naturalists of all ages as we explore our natural surroundings together. We'll look and listen for birds and bugs, identify trees and useful plants, hunt for mushrooms and animals tracks, and play in the brand new […]
Flintknapping
Foxfire Museum and Heritage Center 98 Foxfire Ln., Mountain City, GALearn the essentials of flint knapping from Foxfire contact Jim Enloe. Classes include basic instruction on how to shape flint and other stones into useful tools such as knives, axe heads, spear heads, and arrow heads using techniques developed over thousands of years around the globe. Students will be taking home tools they make over […]
Community Dye Day
Foxfire Museum and Heritage Center 98 Foxfire Ln., Mountain City, GAJoin us for the first community dye day of 2023! Bring a plain white article that is 100% cotton such as a t-shirt, bandana, or tote bag. Drop it off in our indigo pot at the beginning of your self-guided tour. When you are done walking through the museum, you’ll be able to pick up […]